Guidance

Evidence-based recommendations on extracorporeal shockwave therapy for treating Achilles tendinopathy in adults. This involves passing shockwaves through the skin to the affected area.

Next review: December 2019.

Coding and clinical classification codes for this guidance

Guidance development process

How we develop NICE interventional procedures guidance

This guidance replaces NICE interventional procedures guidance on extracorporeal shockwave therapy for refractory Achilles tendinopathy (IPG312).

Endorsing bodies

This interventional procedures guidance is endorsed by Healthcare Improvement Scotland as required by the Health and Social Care Act (2012).

  • National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE)